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Benjamin Franklin Lewis

Case from Chicago, IL dated Feb 28, 1963

Victim Details

Benjamin Franklin Lewis

Male

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

1963-02-28

53

Benjamin

Franklin Lewis

07/07/2026

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Benjamin Franklin Lewis, a 53-year-old African-American man, was a prominent political figure in Chicago. He served as the alderman of the 24th ward from 1958 until his tragic death on February 28, 1963. Lewis was known for his brash fashion and quick-witted personality, and he was a long-time resident of Chicago, having moved there from Macon, Georgia, as a child.

On February 28, 1963, Lewis was found shot to death in his ward office at 3604 Roosevelt Road. He was discovered by a mainten ...
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